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speleologist

/ˌspɛlɪˈɒlədʒɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does speleologist mean?

noun

A person who studies caves and their geological features. A speleologist may be a geologist, a biologist, or an archaeologist, and may specialize in the study of caves, karst topography, or cave ecosystems.

Example

"The team of speleologists carefully explored the newly discovered cave system, documenting its unique formations and geological features."

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